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Contents Notices vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Typography x KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.1.1 Serial Number Location 2-1 2.1.2 Onboard LEDs 2-2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-3 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-3 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.4 Layout Contents 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
Contents Notices vii Safety information viii About this guide ix Typography x KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary xi Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome 1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Innovative ASUS features 1-4 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.1.1 Serial Number Location 2-1 2.1.2 Onboard LEDs 2-2 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-3 2.2.1 Placement direction 2-3 2.2.2 Screw holes 2-3 2.2.3 Motherboard layout 2-4 2.2.4 Layout Contents 2-6 2.3 Central Processing Unit...
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KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI Dual LAN U S B Special features BIOS features Socket 1207 for next generation AMD® Opteron™ 200 and 800 Series ...(PCI 2.3) 2 x PCI-X slots SLI™ mode supports: - 2 x identical SLI™-ready PCI Express x16 graphics cards Single card mode supports (default): - 1 x PCI Express x16 graphics card on the first slot (PCIE_1) - 1 x PCI Express x16 card on the second slot (PCIE_2) ASUS EZ Plug™ Dual embedded Broadcom BCM5754...
KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary CPU Chipset System Bus Memory Expansion slots Scalable Link Interface (SLI Dual LAN U S B Special features BIOS features Socket 1207 for next generation AMD® Opteron™ 200 and 800 Series ...(PCI 2.3) 2 x PCI-X slots SLI™ mode supports: - 2 x identical SLI™-ready PCI Express x16 graphics cards Single card mode supports (default): - 1 x PCI Express x16 graphics card on the first slot (PCIE_1) - 1 x PCI Express x16 card on the second slot (PCIE_2) ASUS EZ Plug™ Dual embedded Broadcom BCM5754...
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... c t o r s 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x Serial ATA connectors 2 x Mini-SAS connectors support a total of 8 devices (KFN32-D SLI/SAS model only) 2 x CPU fan connectors 1 x SMBus header for back-plane 2 x Front fan connectors 2 x Rear fan connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX power ... 13.0" (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS Live Update utility ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) Anti-virus software *Specifications are subject to change without notice. KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary S t o r a g e NVIDIA® MCP55PRO chipset...
... c t o r s 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 6 x Serial ATA connectors 2 x Mini-SAS connectors support a total of 8 devices (KFN32-D SLI/SAS model only) 2 x CPU fan connectors 1 x SMBus header for back-plane 2 x Front fan connectors 2 x Rear fan connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX power ... 13.0" (30.5 cm x 26.7 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS Live Update utility ASUS Server Web-based Management (ASWM) Anti-virus software *Specifications are subject to change without notice. KFN32-D SLI Series specifications summary S t o r a g e NVIDIA® MCP55PRO chipset...
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... the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® KFN32-D SLI Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 Floppy/ ... shield CPU retention module Screws Support CD User guide Packing Quantity Motherboard KFN32-D SLI 3 3 (dual-plug) 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 piece per box KFN32-D SLI/SAS 3 3 (dual-plug) 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 piece per box MB Bulk Pack - 1 1 2 1 1 10 pieces per carton ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 1- 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of...
... the items in your package with the list below. 1.2 Package contents Check your motherboard package for buying an ASUS® KFN32-D SLI Series motherboard! Thank you start installing the motherboard, and hardware devices on it another standout in -1 Floppy/ ... shield CPU retention module Screws Support CD User guide Packing Quantity Motherboard KFN32-D SLI 3 3 (dual-plug) 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 piece per box KFN32-D SLI/SAS 3 3 (dual-plug) 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 piece per box MB Bulk Pack - 1 1 2 1 1 10 pieces per carton ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 1- 1.1 Welcome! The motherboard delivers a host of...
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... pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up the PCI bus. Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology The NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology allows two graphics processing units (GPUs) in packets. The SATA specification allows for the next generation AMD Opteron�...
... pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of up the PCI bus. Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology The NVIDIA® Scalable Link Interface (SLI™) technology allows two graphics processing units (GPUs) in packets. The SATA specification allows for the next generation AMD Opteron�...
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... motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to the IEEE 1394a standard. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 1- The IEEE 1394a interface allows up to prevent overheating and damage. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC...
... motherboard implements the Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 specification, dramatically increasing the connection speed from the 12 Mbps bandwidth on USB 1.1 to the IEEE 1394a standard. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 1- The IEEE 1394a interface allows up to prevent overheating and damage. IEEE 1394a support The IEEE 1394a interface provides high-speed and flexible PC...
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Chapter summary 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-3 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Jumpers 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series
Chapter summary 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-3 2.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 2-8 2.4 System memory 2-14 2.5 Expansion slots 2-17 2.6 Jumpers 2-20 2.7 Connectors 2-24 ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series
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... components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the ASUS Technical Support team, you install or remove any component, ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by...; Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1.1 Serial Number Location Before requesting support from the power supply. Serial number location ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-
... components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the ASUS Technical Support team, you install or remove any component, ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power required by...; Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2.1.1 Serial Number Location Before requesting support from the power supply. Serial number location ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-
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... rear part of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis KFN32-D SLI ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-
... rear part of your chassis to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Place this side towards the rear of the chassis KFN32-D SLI ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-
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... the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . Gold triangle mark ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2- To prevent damage to remove (B). Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left (B) until it is on the bottom...
... the gold triangle is released from the load plate window to the socket pins, do not remove the PnP cap unless you . Gold triangle mark ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2- To prevent damage to remove (B). Lift the load lever in the direction of the arrow to the left (B) until it is on the bottom...
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... Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-11
... Retention bracket Retention bracket lock Your boxed CPU heatsink and fan assembly should come with installation instructions for the CPU, heatsink, and the retention mechanism. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-11
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Failure to the connector labeled CPU_FAN1. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • If there is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the appropriate connector on the motherboard, CPU_FAN1 or CPU_FAN2. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. When the fan and heatsink assembly is only one CPU fan cable, connect it to do so may cause hardware monitoring errors. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-13
Failure to the connector labeled CPU_FAN1. Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector. • If there is in place, connect the CPU fan cable to the appropriate connector on the motherboard, CPU_FAN1 or CPU_FAN2. • Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! 5. When the fan and heatsink assembly is only one CPU fan cable, connect it to do so may cause hardware monitoring errors. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-13
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populated populated ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-15 populated populated DIMM_B1 - - Recommended memory configuration for CPU2 Mode Single channel Dual channel DIMM_A3 populated - populated - populated - populated - populated ...For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. populated - Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List at the ASUS web site. populated - populated populated DIMM_B3 - - populated populated Recommended memory configuration for CPU1 Mode Single channel Dual channel DIMM_A1 populated - populated...
populated populated ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-15 populated populated DIMM_B1 - - Recommended memory configuration for CPU2 Mode Single channel Dual channel DIMM_A3 populated - populated - populated - populated - populated ...For optimum compatibility, we recommend that you obtain memory modules from the same vendor. populated - Refer to the DDR2 Qualified Vendors List at the ASUS web site. populated - populated populated DIMM_B3 - - populated populated Recommended memory configuration for CPU1 Mode Single channel Dual channel DIMM_A1 populated - populated...
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Align the riser card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 7. Secure the card to use . 4. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-17 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the chassis with the slot and press ...
Align the riser card connector with the screw you removed earlier. 7. Secure the card to use . 4. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-17 The following sub‑sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that you intend to the chassis with the slot and press ...
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In Single Video Card mode, only the master PCI Express slot (PCIE_2) can be used for PCI Express x16 graphics cards. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-19 2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. .... The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 Two PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card or two SLI‑ready PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
In Single Video Card mode, only the master PCI Express slot (PCIE_2) can be used for PCI Express x16 graphics cards. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-19 2.5.4 PCI slot The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. .... The figure shows a graphics card installed on a PCI slot. 2.5.5 Two PCI Express x16 slots This motherboard supports one PCI Express x16 graphics card or two SLI‑ready PCI Express x16 graphic cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
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... allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you to wake up feature. The LAN_EN2 iumper controls the LAN2 port. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-21 This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar).
... allows you to enable or disable the keyboard wake-up the computer when you to wake up feature. The LAN_EN2 iumper controls the LAN2 port. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-21 This feature requires an ATX power supply that can supply at least 1A on the keyboard (the default is the Space Bar).
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ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-23 Set these jumpers to pins 1-2 if you are using a 4-pin plug. 5. CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2) These jumpers allow you to connect either a 3-pin or a 4-pin fan cable plug to pins 2‑3 if you are using a 3-pin fan cable plug, or to the CPU fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, CPU_FAN2).
ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-23 Set these jumpers to pins 1-2 if you are using a 4-pin plug. 5. CPU fan pin selection (3-pin FM_CPU1, FM_CPU2) These jumpers allow you to connect either a 3-pin or a 4-pin fan cable plug to pins 2‑3 if you are using a 3-pin fan cable plug, or to the CPU fan connectors (CPU_FAN1, CPU_FAN2).
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Rear woofer port (gray). This 9-pin communication port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out port. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-25 Line Out port (lime). This port connects a microphone. 10. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. • Refer to the audio configuration table ...
Rear woofer port (gray). This 9-pin communication port is for a PS/2 keyboard. Optical S/PDIF Out port. ASUS KFN32-D SLI Series 2-25 Line Out port (lime). This port connects a microphone. 10. This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers. • Refer to the audio configuration table ...